A Colorful Variety Of Things To Do In Santa Barbara, California…

Just steps from the shimmering Pacific Ocean and only two minutes from downtown lies the Hotel Mar Monte. With so much activity all year long, our hotel offers the perfect setting for exploring the wide range of things to do in Santa Barbara. Stroll along quaint paseos and side streets to discover a variety of stylish boutiques, cafes, museums, and galleries. Enjoy a host of Santa Barbara activities – from shopping to hiking, and from wine tasting to playing golf.

The prime location of Hotel Mar Monte – just moments from the beach, the mountains, and the downtown area – makes for an intensely rich experience. With museums, the Santa Barbara Zoo, and State Street all within convenient distance, sightseeing is almost effortless. Hop aboard the electric shuttle that stops at our front door, and head toward the historical downtown area – known for its charming paseos and side streets, bustling with activity. Experience Wine Country with a “Sideways” tour. Each of Santa Barbara County’s 45 vineyards offer tours and tasting rooms. Delight in the many Santa Barbara attractions, including:

• East Beach (across the street)
• Andree Clark Bird Refuge (0.6 mi.)
• Chase Palm Park & Carousel (0.8 mi)
• Stearn’s Wharf (1.3 mi.)
• State Street (Downtown) (1.2 mi.)
• Santa Barbara Maritime Museum (1 mi.)
• Santa Barbara Zoo (1.5 blocks)
• Santa Barbara Historical Museum (1.9 mi.)
• Paseo Nuevo Shopping Center (1.9 mi.)
• Santa Barbara Museum of Art (2.3 mi.)
• Arlington Theatre (2.5 mi.)
• Santa Barbara Mission (2.8 mi.)
• Moto Loco (0.64 mi.)
• Santa Barbara Bowl (0.8 mi.)
• Glen Annie Golf Course (13.5 mi.)
• Santa Barbara Museum of Natural History (2.9 mi.)

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A Landmark Setting For Business, Minutes From Attractions...

Spend your next business trip surrounded by the traditional hospitality of the Hotel Mar Monte. This unique, old-world Santa Barbara beach hotel provides a comfortable retreat which recalls the elegance of another era – yet still provides all of the contemporary features needed for productive travel. Enjoy free wireless Internet in all of our guest rooms. Our spacious meeting and banquet rooms offer a refreshing atmosphere for events – and we’re convenient to a variety of area businesses. Just a few of the local :

• Antioch University (2 mi.)
• Sansum Medical Clinic (5 mi.)
• Fielding Institute (4 mi.)
• Pacifica (4 mi.)
• Tecolote Research (9 mi.)
• Yardi Systems (10 mi.)
• Big Dog Sportswear (2 mi.)
• Territory Ahead (2 mi.)
• Mentor Corporation (9 mi.)
• Inamed (9 mi.)
• University of California, Santa Barbara (12 mi.)
• QAD, Inc. (12 mi.)
• Raytheon (10 mi.)
• Lockheed Martin (32 mi.)

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Surround yourself with the perfect balance of historic old-world charm and modern-day convenience at the Hotel Mar Monte. This time-honored hotel near Santa Barbara’s East Beach provides a warm, personable setting for romantic getaways, corporate meetings, and social gatherings alike. Book your reservations online for exceptional room rates.